What is the PTA?

What is the PTA?

PTA stands for Parent Teacher Association. The mission of the PTA is to make every child’s potential a reality.

Purpose

Powerful voice for all children.

Relevant resource for families and communities.

Strong advocate for the education and well-being of every child.

Serve as a type of forum where parents, teachers, administrators, and other concerned adults discuss ways to promote quality education, strive to expand the arts, encourage community involvement, and work for a healthy environment and safe neighborhoods.

Involvement

Join the PTA

Attend Meetings.

Volunteer to support PTA activities and projects

Importance

Regular updates on school activities and policies.

Access to teachers and administrators at your child's school.

Access to parents of other children at the school.

A forum to discuss concerns and problems at school.

If the problem needs attention from the state or national government, any local, district, or state PTA can bring the issue to the attention of the National PTA.

Access to resources on parenting, education, and more from the National PTA.

Appreciation from teachers for all your help.

Education about school policies, state funding, and other issues concerning your school.